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The Patron Saint of Liars
Book • 1992
The Patron Saint of Liars, Ann Patchett's debut novel, tells the story of Rose Clinton, a woman who leaves her husband and life in California after becoming pregnant.
She finds herself at St. Elizabeth's Home for Unwed Mothers in Habit, Kentucky, where she navigates a world of secrets and lies.
As Rose works in the kitchen and forms bonds with the residents and Sister Evangeline, she grapples with her own future and the decision to keep her child.
The novel delves into themes of selfishness, love, and the complexities of human relationships, offering a profound exploration of how our actions and secrets shape our lives.
She finds herself at St. Elizabeth's Home for Unwed Mothers in Habit, Kentucky, where she navigates a world of secrets and lies.
As Rose works in the kitchen and forms bonds with the residents and Sister Evangeline, she grapples with her own future and the decision to keep her child.
The novel delves into themes of selfishness, love, and the complexities of human relationships, offering a profound exploration of how our actions and secrets shape our lives.
